Canvass
Feb 25, 2025
7 recorded violations
Official wording
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
Inspector’s notes
FOUND A COOKING THERMOMETER INSIDE THE TWO DOOR REACH-IN COOLER AT 180F. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROVIDED PROPER TERMOMETER FOR COLD HOLDING:41F AND BELOW.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesOfficial wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
STORED FOOD IN CONTAINERS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN MUST BE LABELED WITH COMMON NAME OF THE PRODUCT:FLOUR,SUGAR ETC,
In plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsOfficial wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
FRONT MAIN DOOR NOT PROTECTED,A GAP OF 1/4" TO 1/2" BETWEEN BOTTOM DOOR.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR ISSUE TO MINIMIZE PEST/INSECT ENTRY.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
SPLASH GUARD IS NEEDED BETWEEN SPICES TABLE BY THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND HANDWASHING SINK SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE.
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
More about food not protected from contaminationOfficial wording
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED USED WIPING CLOTHS ON TOP PREP TABLES AND CUTTING BOARDS.MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN PREP AREAS IN SANITIZER BUCKET BETWEEN USES TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
NO BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE PROVIDED AT NEW INSTALLED ICE MACHINE AND ESPRESSO MACHINE AT FRONT COUNTER IN DINING AREA. MUST INSTALL SO BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsOfficial wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER FRONT COUNTER AND NORTH SITE OF THE KITCHEN.CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 25, 2025 · Original Source